22-Day 200-HR Holistic Yoga Teacher Training
January 6-27, 2026 at Casa Kula, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
Guatemala ytt details
Dates: January 6-27, 2026
Yoga Style: Holistic & Therapeutic Hatha/Vinyasa Flow
Average Number of Students: 8-10
Length of Training: 22 days
Meals: 3 vegetarian meals/day
Experience Required: All levels
Certification: 200-hour Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher
Welcome to Guatemala’s serene highlands, where ancient wisdom meets breathtaking natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of lush mountains and overlooking the sparkling waters of Lake Atitlan, this tranquil space invites you to immerse yourself in a transformative 200-hour Holistic Yoga Teacher Training. Far from the distractions of modern life, this sacred training is designed to cultivate harmony, self-discovery, and growth.
Picture beginning your day in a stunning open-air yoga shala, surrounded by panoramic views of volcanoes and the tranquil lake. The vibrant landscape, dotted with colorful wildflowers and shaded by towering trees, sets the tone for a deeply enriching experience. Crafted with eco-friendly materials and a deep respect for local traditions, the retreat center embodies sustainability and reverence for nature, making it an ideal sanctuary for mind, body, and soul.
This 200-hour training integrates traditional yoga practices with holistic principles to provide a deeply spiritual and comprehensive education. Rooted in Hatha, Vinyasa, and ancient wisdom traditions, the curriculum weaves together asanas, meditation, pranayama, philosophy, and anatomy. Unique to the Kula Collective, the training also incorporates sacred ceremonies inspired by the Mayan Cosmovision, offering a profound connection to the local culture and an integrative path to transformation. Upon completion, participants are certified through Yoga Alliance, opening the door to teaching opportunities worldwide.
For seekers of personal growth and aspiring yoga teachers alike, this holistic training offers more than education—it’s an invitation to awaken your inner light, build community with like-minded souls, and create lasting memories in one of the world’s most enchanting locations.
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PAY your tuition IN FULL OR CHOOSE A MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN.
Pay in Full: $2400
Payment Plan: $2600
Room & Board (Paid Separately)
$1785 Shared
$1995 Basic Private
$2730 Deluxe Private
This includes 21 nights of lodging and 3 delicious vegetarian meals per day. Your welcome email will include a link to pay your room & board. All prices are in USD.
Added bonuses:
Lifetime access to Kula Collective Online 200 hour Library
Flow Design Intentional Life Plan
Cacao Ceremony
1 Mid-Training Coaching Session
Ceremonial Sweat & Plant Bath
Kirtan and Sound Ceremony
Pre-Immersion Preparation Call
Post-Immersion Integration Call
Kula Collective YTT Manual and Asana Analysis (Digital Format)
Pricing does not include additional wellness services, airfare and airport transfer.
See our payments and cancellation policy here. Please contact us if you have any questions.
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Meet Your Kula Founder Facilitators…
Jessi Luna
Since a young age, Jessi has studied dance and creative movement. Since her first RYT200 in 2008, Jessi has led retreats and workshops throughout the US, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, Bali, and Costa Rica. She completed her RYT500 Certification in 2012 and now leads teacher trainings in places she most enjoys to share.
Jessi teaches a Vinyasa based practice to combine elements of dance and natural movement with traditional yogic sequencing. She incorporates attention to rhythm of the breath and allows for organic movement to flow in each pose. She is grateful for the journey of yogic creativity and loves to share this movement of bliss with others along the way.
Jessi, along with her husband Zach and her parents, created Seven Springs Retreat Center in her mountain home of East Tennessee. Inspired by retreat centers from around the world, Seven Springs provides a natural and holistic space for local and global communities to experience high quality holistic education in the United States. Retreats offered vary from yoga, massage, natural medicines and foods, creativity, social innovation, team-building, eco-building and permaculture.
Randi Schiffman
Randi’s open heart, affectionate manner and infectious laugh create an instant environment of friendship and authenticity. A true pollinator of people, her direct communication, sense of humor and energizing, activating manner allow for deep work to be done with a sense of playful acceptance for what is.
Randi ERYT 500 has taught over 50 yoga teacher trainings since 2010. Her expertise is in sharing Holistic Yoga, a well rounded practice including meditation, pranayama, mudra, bandha, mantra, theme weaving and intelligent sequencing. A certified Thai Massage Therapist, she is especially known for her firm and intuitive based hands on assists. She facilitates with a strong energy and passion for the practice which supports her compassionate, graceful and empathic nature. She has an innate ability to take in knowledge, experience it, and share wisdom in an authentic way.
Zachary Townesmith
Zachary inspires participation and thoughtful consensus in a wide array of groups. He is dedicated to developing intercultural relations and facilitating innovative solutions for regenerative well-being.
His Cum Laude B.A. from Harvard College led him to explore issues of privilege and work for justice from his hometown of Philadelphia to the Guatemala City garbage dump. This work has taken him throughout the Americas engaging diverse stakeholders in strategic planning through the development of creative and critical thinking in fields such as education, public health, business, creative industries, and entrepreneurship.
His 500hr Yoga Teacher training instills a diversity and depth to his facilitation. He embodies these ancient practices in ways that are socially relevant and culturally appropriate
He believes that interpersonal relationships and creativity are the keys to regenerative enterprise, and works in settings ranging from corporate board rooms to dirt-floored rural schools. His multi-cultural and multi-lingual fluency are valuable assets as groups develop and maintain creative environments of respect and trust. Watch his TedX talks here (Spanish) and here (English).
Zach brings a deep love of learning and leads the evaluation process of the Kula Collective YTT curricula. In order to evaluate students’ learning and to support their integration he adapted the Flow Design process to fit in to all Kula teacher training certifications. This ensures that all graduates have honed their personal Vision and designed a 90-day plan to begin to integrate their experiences into the rest of their lives.
He hopes to design something with you soon. Co-creation will save the world!
About Casa Kula
Immerse yourself in the magic of the forest, realize your inner stillness and access the wisdom that resides deep in your heart and soul. Feel embraced by incredible natural beauty and the power of the elements, as we uncover the true teacher within.
The Earth Embodiment 200 hr YTT will focus on shamanic techniques for cleansing and transformation, making use of the majestic mountain scenery and mystical lake serenity that support a profound transformative energy deep within the soul. The simple living and nourishing environment of Casa Kula complements your studies, with a stunning lake-view deck, large stone temazcal sauna and beautiful flower gardens. Enjoy the support of community living as you learn how to live and breathe your yoga, taking it off the mat and into life.
Join us to awaken the power of your spirit while living in a conscious eco-friendly community space tucked in the beautiful mountains of incredible Lake Atitlán. Stand strong in your sovereignty and stay explorative in your collaboration, as you build trust in yourself as a facilitator. Learn the mastery of listening and observation as you co-create with spirit. Step into your power as the yogi that you are.
Casa Kula is the Guatemalan home of Coby and Ananda, two of our Kula Collective co-founders. It is an eco-friendly and nourishing space, filled with all the comforts of home, including healing herbs, tropical fruits, loving animals and warm smiles. Casa Kula is located in Tzununa, in the western highlands of Guatemala, with stunning views of the serene Lake Atitlan and her volcanoes seen through banana palms, avocado trees and lush green coffee forests.
This grounding retreat space offers delicious vegetarian meals, daily yoga and meditation, a large temazcal sauna, beautiful lake-view teakwood yoga platform and flower-strewn ceremony and community areas as well as comfortable shared accommodation and glamping options. Enjoy the stillness and beauty of the mountains supporting you in your process as you relax into the embrace of heart-centered community.
Accommodations
Hobbit House (Deluxe private)
Cabañas (Deluxe private)
tambo (Basic Private)
Casa Kiya (shared)
Casa Kiya (shared)
Example of Daily 200 hr YTT Kula Schedule
6:30-8:30 Meditation & Yoga Asana class (Art of Practice)
8:30-10:00 Breakfast
10:00-11:30 Philosophy Discussion (Art of Living)
11:30-1:00 Special Topic, Anatomy or Ethics Discussion (Art of Living/Healing)
1:00-1:30 Lunch
1:30-3:00 Personal sadhana
3:00-4:00 Techniques class (Art of Teaching)
4:15-6:00 Techniques or Practicum (Art or Teaching)
6:00-7:00 Dinner
7:30-8:30 Kirtan, sharing and meditation (Art of Healing) {every other day}
8:30-9:30 Studying or journaling in Silence
Every 4th day of the 8 day cycle is a half day, and every 8th day a full day of Self Sadhana.
Hear From Our Students
“I had the privilege of attending Kula Collective, and it was a truly transformative experience. The Collective provides an inspiring environment for anyone looking to deepen their practice and connection through the path of Bhakti Yoga. The teachings are rooted in devotion, mindfulness, and holistic integration, fostering a profound connection to oneself, others, and the greater cosmic flow. What sets this school apart is its emphasis on creating a supportive and vibrant community of like-minded teachers and students. The relationships I formed here are deeply meaningful and continue to inspire my personal growth. The curriculum integrates traditional practices with modern insights, offering a balanced approach that encourages both spiritual and practical development. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in a space where connection, devotion, and growth thrive, Kula Collective is the perfect perfect place to embark on or continue your journey.”